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<p class="MsoNormal">Come join us on Thursday, November 17, for the monthly in-person meeting of the Fairfax Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of Virginia at 6:30pm (earlier if you are really really hungry) at the Fairfax Red Hot and Blue Restaurant
The restaurant will close promptly at 8pm. So, please make your transportation arrangements accordingly.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The address for RH&B is:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Red Hot & Blue - BBQ Restaurant in Fairfax, VA specializing in Ribs, Pulled Pork, Smoked Turkey<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">4150 Chain Bridge Rd. Fairfax, VA 22030<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Also, at this meeting, we will be collecting 2022 and 2023 dues. Dues are $5 per person per year. Cash always talks!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">In this announcement you will find:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Description of this month’s presentation<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Agenda <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Secretary’s Report/Minutes from last meeting <o:p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">• Contact Information and Resources:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"> Description of this month’s presentation:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">At this meeting, we will be holding our 2022-2023 chapter elections. All offices are up for grab. They include: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and two board positions. Those interested in running for an office or just
interested in more information, contact John Bailey at <a href="mailto:john_bailey17@hotmail.com">
john_bailey17@hotmail.com</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">We will be discussing the events and activities of our just-passed state convention. Lots to talk about here!<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Since this will be the first in-person meeting in two months, we will have fun socializing and enjoying our meals.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Agenda: <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Meeting call to order<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Roll Call of Board members<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Member and guest introductions <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• NFB Pledge (See below)<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• President’s opening remarks – Annette <o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Chapter election of officers<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Secretary’s report - John<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Treasurer’s report - Annette<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Presidential Release Summary – Ashley<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Business discussion<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Announcements & final comments<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">• Adjournment<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">NFB Pledge:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I pledge to participate actively in the effort of the National Federation of the Blind to achieve equality, opportunity, and security for the blind;
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">to support the policies and programs of the Federation; <o:p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">and to abide by its constitution.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Contact Information and Resources:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">President, Fairfax Chapter National Federation of the Blind VA Affiliate<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Annette Carr, M.Ed.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:amcarr1@verizon.net">amcarr1@verizon.net</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Secretary, Fairfax Chapter National Federation of the Blind VA Affiliate<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">John Bailey<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:john_bailey17@hotmail.com">john_bailey17@hotmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">703.994.2040<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Visit the NFB of VA Affiliate webpage for news and information from around the state:<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://nfbv.org/">http://nfbv.org/</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">News and information from the NFB National Office are available at URL:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.nfb.org/">https://www.nfb.org/</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Sign-up for the NFBV Fairfax Chapter e-mail list at URL:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbv-fairfax_nfbnet.org">http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbv-fairfax_nfbnet.org</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Sign-up for the NFB of VA Affiliate e-mail list at URL:<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbv-announce_nfbnet.org">http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nfbv-announce_nfbnet.org</a><o:p></o:p></p>
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